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Methanol price trends across China on April 14. Author/Source: Business Society. Date: 2021-04-14. Clicks: 8. The price of high-quality methanol in the Panjin area increased by 20 yuan per ton, reaching 2280–2330 yuan per ton ex-factory; in the Shenyang area, the price remained stable at 2330–2350 yuan per ton ex-factory. Inventory levels are high among downstream users, resulting in limited purchasing volume. The methanol market in Qinghai remains stable for now; the leading companies have not yet set new prices. The current prevailing price is 1,920–1,980 yuan per ton upon factory delivery, with actual transaction prices subject to negotiation. There is a limit on shipments from upstream suppliers, and the overall trading atmosphere is positive. The prevailing transaction price in Linfen, Shanxi region, has stabilized at 2090–2120 yuan per ton, with payment made upon delivery at the factory ； The offline price in the Changzhi area is 2,180 yuan per ton, with payment made via bank transfer from the factory ； The prevailing transaction price in the Jincheng area remains stable at 2,120 yuan per ton, ex-factory. The methanol market in Henan is generally on the rise, with strong transaction activity. The transaction price for the tender sales of key enterprises in Henan has risen to 2,215–2,240 yuan per ton, with payment made via bank transfer by the factory ； Quotations from other companies remain stable; the reference price at the factory is 2200 yuan per ton, with payment made by bank transfer upon delivery ； Quotations in the Luoyang market have risen to 2230–2250 yuan per ton, in cash upon delivery from the factory. The mainstream reference price for methanol in the Anhui region has risen by 20 yuan per ton, reaching 2300–2340 yuan per ton at the factory gate, with manufacturers holding their prices steady. The methanol market in the Two Lakes region is operating steadily, with good trading activity in the market. Hubei-based companies are offering stable prices; the reference price at the factory is 2310–2360 yuan per ton, with payment made by bank transfer upon delivery, and orders are fulfilled promptly ； Quotations for the Hunan market range from 2,470 to 2,490 yuan per ton, ex-warehouse and in cash; the trading atmosphere is improving. The methanol market in Fujian is on the rise; major suppliers in Quangang area are offering prices ranging from 2620 to 2630 yuan per ton, including taxes, an increase of 20-30 yuan per ton. In Xiamen, the reference prices are around 2620-2650 yuan per ton, including taxes ； The goods available for trading on the market are limited, there are few inquiries, and a cautious attitude prevails.